Generic Name: pancrelipase, Oral capsule

All Brands

Creon

Creon 10

Creon 20

Creon 5

Pancreaze

Pangestyme CN

Pertzye

Ultresa

Zenpep

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Highlights for pancrelipase

Oral capsule

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PANCRELIPASE (pan cre LI pase) helps to improve digestion of food by replacing digestive enzymes. This medicine is used to treat health conditions that cause your body to produce less of these enzymes.

pancrelipase Side Effects

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue

fever or chills, sore throat

severe stomach pain or bloating

shortness of breath

skin rash

trouble passing stool

vomiting

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

constipation or diarrhea

cough

dizziness

headache

nausea

stomach gas

stomach pain

weight loss

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pancrelipase May Interact with Other Medications

Oral capsule

acarbose

antacids containing calcium or magnesium

iron

miglitol

Disclaimer:
Our goal is to provide you with the most relevant and current information. However, because drugs interact differently in each person, we cannot guarantee that this information includes all possible interactions. This information is not a substitute for medical advice. Always speak with your healthcare provider about possible interactions with all prescription drugs, vitamins, herbs and supplements, and over-the-counter drugs that you are taking.

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How to Use pancrelipase

Oral capsule

Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take with food. Do not crush or chew the contents of the capsule. If you or your child have trouble swallowing, you may open the capsule and sprinkle the contents on soft foods that do not require chewing such as applesauce, pureed bananas, or pears. Swallow the mixture right away followed with water or juice. Do not store the mixture. If you are giving this medicine to an infant, you may sprinkle the contents directly into your child's mouth. Give the medicine right before each feeding of formula or breast milk. Do not mix capsule contents directly into formula or breast milk. Make sure the medicine is swallowed completely and that no medicine is left in the mouth. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.

A special MedGuide will be given to you by the pharmacist with each prescription and refill of delayed-release capsules (Creon, Zenpep, or Pancreaze). Be sure to read this information carefully each time.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this medicine may be prescribed for children for selected conditions precautions do apply.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

a history of intestinal blockage or a condition called 'fibrosing colonopathy'

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Visit your doctor for regular check ups. Talk to your doctor before you change brands of this medicine. Each brand has different amounts of enzymes.

You may need to be on a special diet while taking this medicine. Also, ask your doctor how much water you need to drink.

This medicine may increase your chance of having a rare bowel disorder. The risk of having this condition may be reduced by following the dosing directions that your healthcare professional gives you. Call your healthcare professional right away if you have any unusual or severe stomach pain.

This medicine may increase blood uric acid levels, for example, worsening of gout, or painful, swollen joints. Call your healthcare professional right away if you have any of these symptoms.

Be careful if you open the capsule. This medicine can irritate the lungs if you breathe it in. Also, do not hold the medicine in your mouth or chew it. This may cause mouth sores.

This medicine may affect blood sugar levels. If you have diabetes, check with your doctor or health care professional before you change your diet or the dose of your diabetic medicine.

Women should inform their doctor if they wish to become pregnant or think they might be pregnant.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 25 degrees C (59 and 77 degrees F). Do not refrigerate. Protect from moisture. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

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